Blue Island, IL
Blue Island Map
Blue Island Overview
22,934
TOTAL POPULATION
11,654
MALE POPULATION
11,280
FEMALE POPULATION
103.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.79
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,517
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,638
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,537
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
5.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
94.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,525
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,155
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
14.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Blue Island Zip Codes
Blue Island Area Codes
Race in Blue Island
The most populous races in Blue Island are White / Caucasian (10,323 | 45.0%), Hispanic or Latino (10,266 | 44.8%), and Black / African American (7,695 | 33.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 145 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 7,695 | 33.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 65 | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10,266 | 44.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 3 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 10,323 | 45.0% |
| Two or more Races | 1,346 | 5.9% |
| Some other Race | 3,357 | 14.6% |
| Total | 22,934 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Blue Island
The most populous ancestries reported in Blue Island are Mexican (9,783 | 42.7%), Irish (1,293 | 5.6%), German (1,067 | 4.6%), Italian (862 | 3.8%), and Polish (614 | 2.7%), together accounting for 59.4% of all Blue Island residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 39 | 0.2% |
| American | 348 | 1.5% |
| Arab | 18 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 103 | 0.4% |
| Belizean | 10 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 48 | 0.2% |
| British | 94 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 178 | 0.8% |
| Choctaw | 101 | 0.4% |
| Croatian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 7 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 35 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 20 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 96 | 0.4% |
| Eastern European | 30 | 0.1% |
| English | 481 | 2.1% |
| Finnish | 6 | 0.0% |
| French | 160 | 0.7% |
| German | 1,067 | 4.6% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 65 | 0.3% |
| Guatemalan | 77 | 0.3% |
| Haitian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 101 | 0.4% |
| Hungarian | 86 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 9 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 1,293 | 5.6% |
| Italian | 862 | 3.8% |
| Jamaican | 106 | 0.5% |
| Jordanian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 1 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 65 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 9,783 | 42.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 7 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 614 | 2.7% |
| Portuguese | 73 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 274 | 1.2% |
| Romanian | 69 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 9 | 0.0% |
| Scottish | 90 | 0.4% |
| Slovak | 21 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 65 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 186 | 0.8% |
| Thai | 87 | 0.4% |
| Ukrainian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 25 | 0.1% |
| Yuman | 27 | 0.1% | View All 50 Rows |
Immigrants in Blue Island
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Blue Island came from Latin America (4,535 | 19.8%), Central America (4,464 | 19.5%), Mexico (4,306 | 18.8%), Europe (226 | 1.0%), and Italy (104 | 0.4%), together accounting for 59.4% of all Blue Island residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 14 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 37 | 0.2% |
| Brazil | 64 | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 7 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 4,464 | 19.5% |
| Cuba | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 64 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 226 | 1.0% |
| Germany | 41 | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | 84 | 0.4% |
| Honduras | 74 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 104 | 0.4% |
| Latin America | 4,535 | 19.8% |
| Mexico | 4,306 | 18.8% |
| Morocco | 7 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 7 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 17 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 1 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 15 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 33 | 0.1% |
| South America | 64 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 7 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 30 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 104 | 0.4% |
| Sweden | 8 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 29 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 41 | 0.2% | View All 29 Rows |
Sex and Age in Blue Island
Sex and Age in Blue Island
The most populous age groups in Blue Island are 20 to 24 Years (1,104 | 9.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,267 | 11.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 684 (5.9%) | 859 (7.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 782 (6.7%) | 414 (3.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,088 (9.3%) | 363 (3.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 791 (6.8%) | 847 (7.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,104 (9.5%) | 856 (7.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 792 (6.8%) | 839 (7.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 780 (6.7%) | 771 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 786 (6.7%) | 935 (8.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 722 (6.2%) | 695 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 832 (7.1%) | 719 (6.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 546 (4.7%) | 539 (4.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 600 (5.1%) | 745 (6.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 803 (6.9%) | 1,267 (11.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 541 (4.6%) | 383 (3.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 370 (3.2%) | 320 (2.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 232 (2.0%) | 214 (1.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 110 (0.9%) | 245 (2.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 91 (0.8%) | 269 (2.4%) |
| Total | 11,654 (100.0%) | 11,280 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Blue Island
Median Family Size in Blue Island
The median family size in Blue Island is 3.37 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,751 | 49.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.88 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (898 | 16.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.65 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,751 (49.8%) | 3.88 |
| Single Male/Father | 898 (16.3%) | 2.65 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,877 (34.0%) | 2.96 |
| Total Families | 5,526 (100.0%) | 3.37 |
Median Household Size in Blue Island
The median household size in Blue Island is 2.66 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,751 | 31.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.92 persons per household. non-family households (3,086 | 35.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,751 (31.9%) | 3.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 898 (10.4%) | 2.88 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,877 (21.8%) | 3.23 |
| Non-family | 3,086 (35.8%) | 1.12 |
| Total Households | 8,612 (100.0%) | 2.66 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Blue Island
Out of a total of 8,612 households in Blue Island, 5,526 (64.2%) are family households, while 3,086 (35.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,460, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,781.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,781 (32.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,460 (28.6%) | 286 (3.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 929 (10.8%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 890 (10.3%) | 13 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 738 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 244 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 265 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,526 (64.2%) | 3,086 (35.8%) |
Female Fertility in Blue Island
Fertility by Age in Blue Island
Average fertility rate in Blue Island is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 220 (69.2%) | 89.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 98 (30.8%) | 40.0 |
| Total | 318 (100.0%) | 55.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blue Island
44.7% of women with births (318) in Blue Island are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 56.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 55.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 99 (45.0%) | 121 (55.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 43 (43.9%) | 55 (56.1%) |
| Total | 142 (44.7%) | 176 (55.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Blue Island
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 34 (10.7%) | 25.0 |
| High School Diploma | 100 (31.5%) | 70.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 184 (57.9%) | 87.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 318 (100.0%) | 55.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blue Island
55.3% of women with births in Blue Island are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 67.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 48 (48.0%) | 52 (52.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 60 (32.6%) | 124 (67.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 142 (44.7%) | 176 (55.3%) |
Income in Blue Island
Income Overview in Blue Island
Per Capita Income in Blue Island is $26,517, while median incomes of families and households are $63,638 and $57,537 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 22,934 | $26,517 |
| Median Family Income | 5,526 | $63,638 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,526 | $79,959 |
| Median Household Income | 8,612 | $57,537 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,612 | $68,774 |
| Income Deficit | 5,526 | $11,525 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 22,934 | 5.40% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 22,934 | 94.60¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 22,934 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Blue Island
Average Earnings in Blue Island are $34,065, $34,789 for men and $32,910 for women, a difference of 5.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,913 (49.9%) | $34,789 |
| Female | 5,944 (50.1%) | $32,910 |
| Total | 11,857 (100.0%) | $34,065 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blue Island
The most common earnings brackets in Blue Island are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (643 | 10.9%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (580 | 9.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 303 (5.1%) | 559 (9.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 206 (3.5%) | 62 (1.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 114 (1.9%) | 136 (2.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 181 (3.1%) | 177 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 309 (5.2%) | 161 (2.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 86 (1.5%) | 247 (4.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 288 (4.9%) | 201 (3.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 76 (1.3%) | 181 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 95 (1.6%) | 236 (4.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 264 (4.5%) | 134 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 431 (7.3%) | 580 (9.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 643 (10.9%) | 543 (9.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 403 (6.8%) | 489 (8.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 298 (5.0%) | 235 (4.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 286 (4.8%) | 318 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 245 (4.1%) | 275 (4.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 458 (7.7%) | 502 (8.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 124 (2.1%) | 154 (2.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 545 (9.2%) | 368 (6.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 558 (9.4%) | 386 (6.5%) |
| Total | 5,913 (100.0%) | 5,944 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blue Island
Average earnings in Blue Island are $39,475 for men and $35,752 for women, a difference of 9.4%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,542, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $34,267. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $85,170, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,341.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,542 | $27,341 |
| High School Diploma | $38,245 | $28,276 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $34,267 | $38,141 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $39,475 | $35,752 |
Family Income in Blue Island
Family Income Brackets in Blue Island
According to the Blue Island family income data, there are 1,205 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 39 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 193 | 3.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 39 | 0.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 475 | 8.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 580 | 10.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 768 | 13.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,205 | 21.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 779 | 14.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,061 | 19.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 155 | 2.8% |
| $200,000+ | 271 | 4.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blue Island
6-person families (155 | 2.8%) account for the highest median family income in Blue Island with $102,730 per family, while 2-person families (2,763 | 50.0%) have the highest median income of $28,720 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,763 (50.0%) | $57,440 |
| 3-Person Families | 879 (15.9%) | $59,655 |
| 4-Person Families | 695 (12.6%) | $59,507 |
| 5-Person Families | 804 (14.5%) | $75,644 |
| 6-Person Families | 155 (2.8%) | $102,730 |
| 7+ Person Families | 230 (4.2%) | $101,563 |
| Total | 5,526 (100.0%) | $63,638 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Blue Island
The median family income in Blue Island is $63,638, with families comprising 3+ earners (719) having the highest median family income of $121,108, while families with no earners (413) have the lowest median family income of $40,495, accounting for 13.0% and 7.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 413 (7.5%) | $40,495 |
| 1 Earner | 2,263 (40.9%) | $44,042 |
| 2 Earners | 2,131 (38.6%) | $75,469 |
| 3+ Earners | 719 (13.0%) | $121,108 |
| Total | 5,526 (100.0%) | $63,638 |
Household Income in Blue Island
Household Income Brackets in Blue Island
With 1,714 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Blue Island, accounting for 19.9% of all households. In contrast, only 198 households (2.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 663 | 7.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 370 | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 672 | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 939 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,223 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,714 | 19.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,223 | 14.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,343 | 15.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 198 | 2.3% |
| $200,000+ | 276 | 3.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Blue Island
The median household income in Blue Island is $57,537, with the highest median household income of $64,155 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,424 households (39.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,457, with 1,876 households (21.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 361 (4.2%) | $50,964 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,951 (34.3%) | $58,555 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,424 (39.8%) | $64,155 |
| 65+ Years | 1,876 (21.8%) | $37,457 |
| Total | 8,612 (100.0%) | $57,537 |
Poverty in Blue Island
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blue Island
With 19.6% poverty level for males and 17.7% for females among the residents of Blue Island, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (37.3%) and 154 females (36.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 240 (35.1%) | 306 (35.6%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 398 (33.3%) | 154 (36.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 176 (28.0%) | 56 (23.1%) |
| 15 Years | 22 (37.3%) | 41 (17.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 27 (9.5%) | 91 (21.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 152 (9.8%) | 262 (25.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 274 (17.4%) | 220 (13.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 431 (28.6%) | 258 (15.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 201 (14.6%) | 95 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 183 (13.0%) | 278 (13.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 168 (18.4%) | 119 (16.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (2.6%) | 104 (14.5%) |
| Total | 2,283 (19.6%) | 1,984 (17.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blue Island
According to the poverty statistics in Blue Island, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 443 (64.9%) | 553 (64.4%) |
| 5 Years | 47 (100.0%) | 78 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 797 (66.7%) | 271 (63.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 452 (72.0%) | 187 (76.9%) |
| 15 Years | 37 (62.7%) | 200 (83.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 256 (90.5%) | 325 (78.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,401 (90.2%) | 784 (75.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,298 (82.6%) | 1,390 (86.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,077 (71.4%) | 1,372 (84.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,177 (85.4%) | 1,163 (92.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,220 (87.0%) | 1,728 (86.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 743 (81.6%) | 584 (83.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 416 (97.4%) | 612 (85.5%) |
| Total | 9,364 (80.4%) | 9,247 (82.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blue Island
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Blue Island show that 6.1% or 168 of the total 2,751 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 83.7%, comprising of 41 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.3%, which includes 19 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,467 (98.7%) | 19 (1.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 910 (94.0%) | 58 (6.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 198 (79.8%) | 50 (20.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (16.3%) | 41 (83.7%) |
| Total | 2,583 (93.9%) | 168 (6.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blue Island
According to the poverty data in Blue Island, 7.9% or 71 single-father households and 21.6% or 405 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 households (20.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 18 (2.8%) | 76 (9.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 53 (20.9%) | 189 (21.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 119 (91.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Total | 71 (7.9%) | 405 (21.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blue Island
The poverty data for Blue Island shows that 168 of the married-couple family households (6.1%) and 476 of the single-parent households (17.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (83.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 19 (1.3%) | 94 (6.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 58 (6.0%) | 242 (21.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 50 (20.2%) | 119 (91.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 41 (83.7%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Total | 168 (6.1%) | 476 (17.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Blue Island
Employment by Class of Employer in Blue Island
Among the 10,044 employed individuals in Blue Island, private company employees (7,223 | 71.9%), not-for-profit organizations (732 | 7.3%), and local government employees (559 | 5.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 7,223 | 71.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 497 | 5.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 334 | 3.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 732 | 7.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 559 | 5.6% |
| State Government Employees | 399 | 4.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 253 | 2.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 47 | 0.5% |
| Total | 10,044 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Blue Island
According to the labor force statistics for Blue Island, out of the total population over 16 years of age (18,444), 65.9% or 12,155 individuals are in the labor force, with 14.4% or 1,750 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 84.9% or 1,317 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 33.2% or 213 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 641 (47.9%) | 213 (33.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,401 (71.5%) | 340 (24.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,360 (83.4%) | 284 (20.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,317 (84.9%) | 208 (15.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,561 (81.6%) | 392 (15.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,143 (81.3%) | 180 (8.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 966 (71.8%) | 54 (5.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,184 (57.2%) | 52 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 475 (29.4%) | 18 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,155 (65.9%) | 1,750 (14.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blue Island
According to labor force statistics for Blue Island, 77.1% of individuals (9,538) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,371) are in the labor force, with 12.3% or 1,173 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.6% or 1,913 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.1% or 511 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,770 (65.9%) | 252 (9.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,864 (75.8%) | 367 (9.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,986 (79.7%) | 641 (17.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,913 (88.6%) | 244 (11.3%) |
| Total | 9,538 (77.1%) | 1,522 (12.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Blue Island
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blue Island are Management (785 | 7.5%), Community & Social Service (598 | 5.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (458 | 4.4%), Education Instruction & Library (378 | 3.6%), and Business & Financial (283 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blue Island, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (92.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (74.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (84.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 341 (43.4%) | 444 (56.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 99 (35.0%) | 184 (65.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 60 (74.1%) | 21 (25.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 52 (71.2%) | 21 (28.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 162 (27.1%) | 436 (72.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 33 (27.5%) | 87 (72.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 57 (15.1%) | 321 (84.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 72 (92.3%) | 6 (7.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 111 (24.2%) | 347 (75.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 67 (26.3%) | 188 (73.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 773 (35.1%) | 1,432 (64.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,472 (52.6%) | 4,937 (47.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Blue Island are Food Preparation & Serving (789 | 7.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (568 | 5.5%), Personal Care & Service (525 | 5.0%), Healthcare Support (468 | 4.5%), and Security & Protection (75 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Blue Island, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (77.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (64.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 211 (45.1%) | 257 (54.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 316 (40.1%) | 473 (60.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 201 (35.4%) | 367 (64.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 118 (22.5%) | 407 (77.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 921 (38.0%) | 1,504 (62.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,472 (52.6%) | 4,937 (47.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Blue Island are Office & Administration (1,088 | 10.4%), and Sales & Related (973 | 9.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 394 (40.5%) | 579 (59.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 347 (31.9%) | 741 (68.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 741 (35.9%) | 1,320 (64.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,472 (52.6%) | 4,937 (47.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Blue Island are Construction & Extraction (1,032 | 9.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (374 | 3.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,032 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 357 (95.5%) | 17 (4.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,389 (98.8%) | 17 (1.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,472 (52.6%) | 4,937 (47.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Blue Island are Production (1,048 | 10.1%), Material Moving (708 | 6.8%), and Transportation (556 | 5.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 654 (62.4%) | 394 (37.6%) |
| Transportation | 410 (73.7%) | 146 (26.3%) |
| Material Moving | 584 (82.5%) | 124 (17.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,648 (71.3%) | 664 (28.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,472 (52.6%) | 4,937 (47.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Blue Island
Employment Industries in Blue Island
The major employment industries in Blue Island include Retail Trade (1,487 | 14.3%), Manufacturing (1,366 | 13.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,256 | 12.1%), Construction (1,207 | 11.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (864 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Blue Island
The Blue Island industries that see more men than women are Construction (98.2%), Manufacturing (65.8%), and Administrative & Support (63.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76.0%), and Educational Services (75.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,185 (98.2%) | 22 (1.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 899 (65.8%) | 467 (34.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 101 (50.5%) | 99 (49.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 849 (57.1%) | 638 (42.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 513 (59.5%) | 349 (40.5%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 65 (48.1%) | 70 (51.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 90 (38.6%) | 143 (61.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 36 (46.8%) | 41 (53.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 201 (31.6%) | 436 (68.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 225 (63.7%) | 128 (36.3%) |
| Educational Services | 160 (24.4%) | 495 (75.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 302 (24.0%) | 954 (76.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 81 (50.9%) | 78 (49.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 353 (40.9%) | 511 (59.1%) |
| Public Administration | 251 (62.3%) | 152 (37.7%) |
| Total | 5,472 (52.6%) | 4,937 (47.4%) |
Education in Blue Island
School Enrollment in Blue Island
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,325 students in Blue Island are high school (1,448 | 27.2%), college / undergraduate (1,090 | 20.5%), and middle school (1,070 | 20.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 203 | 3.8% |
| Kindergarten | 287 | 5.4% |
| Elementary School | 988 | 18.5% |
| Middle School | 1,070 | 20.1% |
| High School | 1,448 | 27.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,090 | 20.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 239 | 4.5% |
| Total | 5,325 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blue Island
Out of a total of 5,325 students who are enrolled in schools in Blue Island, 639 (12.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,686 (88.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 85 (48.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 314 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 90 (51.4%) | 85 (48.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,033 (87.3%) | 150 (12.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,278 (89.6%) | 148 (10.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 951 (99.2%) | 8 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 314 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 560 (79.9%) | 141 (20.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 214 (75.1%) | 71 (24.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 248 (87.9%) | 34 (12.1%) |
| Total | 4,686 (88.0%) | 639 (12.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blue Island
Business (506 | 19.9%), arts & humanities (421 | 16.5%), education (292 | 11.5%), science & technology (224 | 8.8%), and visual & performing arts (187 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,549 individuals in Blue Island who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 96 | 3.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 125 | 4.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 1 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 176 | 6.9% |
| Social Sciences | 75 | 2.9% |
| Engineering | 82 | 3.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 10 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 224 | 8.8% |
| Business | 506 | 19.9% |
| Education | 292 | 11.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 130 | 5.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 52 | 2.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 187 | 7.3% |
| Communications | 172 | 6.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 421 | 16.5% |
| Total | 2,549 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Blue Island
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blue Island
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Blue Island are males with 2 vehicles (2,345, accounting for 44.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,699, making up 49.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 154 (2.9%) | 380 (8.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,478 (27.7%) | 1,751 (37.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,345 (44.0%) | 1,699 (36.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 575 (10.8%) | 287 (6.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 510 (9.6%) | 437 (9.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 274 (5.1%) | 151 (3.2%) |
| Total | 5,336 (100.0%) | 4,705 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Blue Island
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Blue Island are 30 to 34 minutes (1,692 commuters, 17.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,477 commuters, 15.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,467 commuters, 15.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 146 | 1.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 843 | 8.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 709 | 7.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,467 | 15.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,477 | 15.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 516 | 5.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,692 | 17.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 464 | 4.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 569 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 925 | 9.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 644 | 6.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 242 | 2.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Blue Island
The most common commute times in Blue Island are 30 to 34 minutes (1,158 commuters, 22.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (811 commuters, 18.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 136 (2.6%) | 10 (0.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 337 (6.5%) | 506 (11.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 372 (7.2%) | 337 (7.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 656 (12.6%) | 811 (18.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 718 (13.8%) | 759 (16.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 265 (5.1%) | 251 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,158 (22.3%) | 534 (11.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 277 (5.3%) | 187 (4.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 377 (7.3%) | 192 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 525 (10.1%) | 400 (8.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 308 (5.9%) | 336 (7.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 60 (1.2%) | 182 (4.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blue Island
The most frequent times of departure to work in Blue Island are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (879, 16.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (632, 14.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 488 (9.4%) | 214 (4.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 582 (11.2%) | 229 (5.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 411 (7.9%) | 185 (4.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 494 (9.5%) | 392 (8.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 359 (6.9%) | 590 (13.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 549 (10.6%) | 632 (14.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 300 (5.8%) | 418 (9.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 220 (4.2%) | 609 (13.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 139 (2.7%) | 116 (2.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 144 (2.8%) | 378 (8.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 75 (1.5%) | 139 (3.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 30 (0.6%) | 41 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 879 (16.9%) | 213 (4.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 519 (10.0%) | 349 (7.7%) |
| Total | 5,189 (100.0%) | 4,505 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Blue Island
Occupancy by Ownership in Blue Island
Of the total 8,612 dwellings in Blue Island, owner-occupied units account for 4,191 (48.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,421 (51.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,191 | 48.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 4,421 | 51.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,612 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Blue Island
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,781 | 32.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,746 | 31.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 935 | 10.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,150 | 25.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,612 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blue Island
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 881 (31.7%) | 1,900 (68.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,460 (53.2%) | 1,286 (46.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 479 (51.2%) | 456 (48.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,371 (63.8%) | 779 (36.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,191 (48.7%) | 4,421 (51.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blue Island
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,038 (59.7%) | 700 (40.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,139 (46.8%) | 1,293 (53.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,080 (35.9%) | 1,928 (64.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 934 (65.1%) | 500 (34.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blue Island
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,719 | 20.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,593 | 18.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,521 | 17.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,903 | 22.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,102 | 12.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 483 | 5.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 291 | 3.4% |
| Total | 8,612 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Blue Island
Median Income by Occupancy in Blue Island
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,191 (48.7%) | $68,204 |
| Renter-Occupied | 4,421 (51.3%) | $39,711 |
| Average | 8,612 (100.0%) | $57,537 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blue Island
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 181 (4.3%) | 292 (6.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 47 (1.1%) | 139 (3.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 66 (1.6%) | 306 (6.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 100 (2.4%) | 296 (6.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 81 (1.9%) | 192 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 254 (6.1%) | 681 (15.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 652 (15.6%) | 570 (12.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 854 (20.4%) | 858 (19.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 550 (13.1%) | 669 (15.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 985 (23.5%) | 360 (8.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 421 (10.1%) | 58 (1.3%) |
| Total | 4,191 (100.0%) | 4,421 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blue Island
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 120 (2.9%) | 22 (0.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 532 (12.7%) | 46 (1.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 724 (17.3%) | 411 (9.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 503 (12.0%) | 1,571 (35.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 807 (19.3%) | 1,728 (39.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 865 (20.6%) | 475 (10.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 275 (6.6%) | 112 (2.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 282 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 83 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,191 (100.0%) | 4,421 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Blue Island
Housing Structures in Blue Island
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,773 | 43.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 479 | 5.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,150 | 13.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 443 | 5.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,350 | 15.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,113 | 12.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 304 | 3.5% |
| Total | 8,612 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blue Island
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,452 (91.5%) | 321 (8.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 187 (39.0%) | 292 (61.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 302 (26.3%) | 848 (73.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 15 (3.4%) | 428 (96.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 32 (2.4%) | 1,318 (97.6%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 82 (7.4%) | 1,031 (92.6%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 121 (39.8%) | 183 (60.2%) |
| Total | 4,191 (48.7%) | 4,421 (51.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blue Island
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 373 (8.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 155 (3.7%) | 1,120 (25.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 992 (23.7%) | 2,318 (52.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,023 (48.3%) | 556 (12.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,021 (24.4%) | 54 (1.2%) |
| Total | 4,191 (100.0%) | 4,421 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blue Island
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,915 (93.4%) | 3,300 (74.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 51 (1.2%) | 369 (8.4%) |
| Electricity | 209 (5.0%) | 715 (16.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 7 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 9 (0.2%) | 37 (0.8%) |
| Total | 4,191 (100.0%) | 4,421 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Blue Island
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 286 (6.8%) | 955 (21.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,336 (31.9%) | 2,252 (50.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,693 (40.4%) | 1,105 (25.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 876 (20.9%) | 109 (2.5%) |
| Total | 4,191 (100.0%) | 4,421 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Blue Island
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Blue Island
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,013 | 2,178 |
| Median Property Value | $145,700 | $173,100 |
| Median Household Income | $55,569 | $316 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $686 | $74 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $4,032 | $36 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blue Island
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 167 (8.3%) | 47 (2.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 257 (12.8%) | 85 (3.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,405 (69.8%) | 1,943 (89.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 151 (7.5%) | 103 (4.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 4 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 29 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,013 (100.0%) | 2,178 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blue Island
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 187 (9.3%) | 20 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 190 (9.4%) | 41 (1.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 161 (8.0%) | 57 (2.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 448 (22.3%) | 93 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 460 (22.9%) | 204 (9.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 231 (11.5%) | 394 (18.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 231 (11.5%) | 319 (14.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 105 (5.2%) | 754 (34.6%) |
| Total | 2,013 (100.0%) | 2,178 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blue Island
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 666 (33.1%) | 90,167 (4,139.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 311 (15.4%) | 1,162 (53.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 352 (17.5%) | 529 (24.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 607 (30.1%) | 248 (11.4%) |
| Total | 2,013 (100.0%) | 2,178 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blue Island
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 83 (4.1%) | 35 (1.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 265 (13.2%) | 37 (1.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,436 (71.3%) | 103 (4.7%) |
| Total | 2,013 (100.0%) | 2,178 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Blue Island
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blue Island
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,650 (98.9%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,579 (92.8%) | 278 (7.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,261 (87.3%) | 330 (12.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,275 (79.7%) | 579 (20.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,362 (75.3%) | 776 (24.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,993 (75.6%) | 643 (24.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,017 (88.5%) | 391 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,572 (97.4%) | 42 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,128 (98.7%) | 15 (1.3%) |
| Total | 19,837 (86.6%) | 3,072 (13.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blue Island
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,650 (98.9%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,579 (92.8%) | 278 (7.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,261 (87.3%) | 330 (12.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blue Island
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,290 (82.8%) | 477 (17.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,522 (85.4%) | 772 (14.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,339 (90.2%) | 470 (9.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,762 (79.6%) | 707 (20.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,892 (90.1%) | 645 (9.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blue Island
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,223 (73.3%) | 513 (30.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,902 (49.3%) | 1,773 (46.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 647 (25.0%) | 1,706 (65.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 769 (26.9%) | 1,561 (54.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 714 (22.8%) | 1,753 (55.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 608 (23.1%) | 1,557 (59.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 887 (26.0%) | 2,269 (66.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,488 (92.2%) | 708 (43.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,128 (98.7%) | 691 (60.5%) |
| Total | 9,366 (40.9%) | 12,531 (54.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blue Island
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 143 (6.5%) | 29 (2.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 194 (6.2%) | 114 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 638 (14.9%) | 501 (10.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 217 (23.8%) | 166 (23.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (14.7%) | 340 (47.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Blue Island
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (0.4%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 45 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 9 (0.2%) | 23 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (7.5%) | 20 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (5.6%) | 98 (13.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (1.1%) | 18 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 62 (2.0%) | 50 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 255 (5.9%) | 38 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (2.0%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 118 (5.3%) | 18 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 123 (3.9%) | 41 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 139 (3.2%) | 164 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 71 (7.8%) | 10 (1.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (2.3%) | 91 (12.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 253 (5.9%) | 340 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 176 (19.3%) | 127 (18.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (9.1%) | 282 (39.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 71 (1.7%) | 34 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (1.2%) | 43 (6.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (5.6%) | 169 (23.6%) |
Technology Access in Blue Island
Computing Device Access in Blue Island
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,554 | 64.5% |
| Smartphone | 7,382 | 85.7% |
| Tablet | 4,732 | 54.9% |
| No Computing Device | 847 | 9.8% |
| Total | 8,612 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Blue Island
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 5,279 | 61.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,490 | 17.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 816 | 9.5% |
| No Internet | 1,533 | 17.8% |
| Total | 8,612 | 100.0% |
Blue Island Summary
Blue Island, IL is a city located in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is a suburb of Chicago, located approximately 16 miles south of the city’s downtown. The population of Blue Island was 23,706 at the 2010 census.
History
Blue Island was first settled in the 1830s by a group of settlers from New England. The town was originally known as “Blue Island” due to the bluish tint of the soil in the area. The town was officially incorporated in 1835 and was named after a nearby island in the Calumet River.
In the late 19th century, Blue Island became a major industrial center, with several factories and railroads located in the area. The town was also home to a large number of immigrants, primarily from Germany, Ireland, and Italy.
In the early 20th century, Blue Island experienced a period of rapid growth, with the population increasing from 4,000 in 1900 to over 20,000 by 1930. During this time, the town was home to a number of prominent businesses, including the Blue Island Brewing Company, the Blue Island Brick Company, and the Blue Island Dairy Company.
Geography
Blue Island is located at 41°40′25″N 87°41′17″W (41.673611, -87.688056). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), of which 5.1 square miles (13.2 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.
Blue Island is located on the Calumet River, which flows through the city from east to west. The city is bordered by the cities of Calumet City to the north, Posen to the east, and Robbins to the south.
Economy
Blue Island’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and retail. The city is home to a number of factories, including the Blue Island Brick Company, the Blue Island Dairy Company, and the Blue Island Brewing Company. The city is also home to a number of retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Target, and a Home Depot.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 23,706 people, 8,945 households, and 5,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,619.3 people per square mile (1,785.2/km2). There were 9,717 housing units at an average density of 1,902.3 per square mile (732.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 64.2% White, 22.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 9.2% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 24.2% of the population.
There were 8,945 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.2% were married couples living together, 19.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.7% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.25.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,902, and the median income for a family was $48,945. Males had a median income of $35,945 versus $27,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,890. About 9.7% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Blue Island?
Total Population of Blue Island is 22,934.
What is the Total Male Population of Blue Island?
Total Male Population of Blue Island is 11,654.
What is the Total Female Population of Blue Island?
Total Female Population of Blue Island is 11,280.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Blue Island?
There are 103.32 Males per 100 Females in Blue Island.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Blue Island?
There are 96.79 Females per 100 Males in Blue Island.
What is the Median Population Age in Blue Island?
Median Population Age in Blue Island is 36.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Blue Island
Average Family Size in Blue Island is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Blue Island
Average Household Size in Blue Island is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Blue Island?
Per Capita income in Blue Island is $26,517.
What is the Median Family Income in Blue Island?
Median Family Income in Blue Island is $63,638.
What is the Median Household income in Blue Island?
Median Household Income in Blue Island is $57,537.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Blue Island?
Income or Wage Gap in Blue Island is 5.4%.
Women in Blue Island earn 94.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Blue Island?
Family Income Deficit in Blue Island is $11,525.
Families that are below poverty line in Blue Island earn $11,525 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Blue Island?
Inequality or Gini Index in Blue Island is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Blue Island?
There are 12,155 People in the Labor Forcein in Blue Island.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Blue Island?
65.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Blue Island.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Blue Island?
Unemployment Rate in Blue Island is 14.4%.